Lung function

Asprin may help reduce harmful effects of air pollution on lungs

Posted By ANI, October 07, 2019 at 08:27am

In a new study, it has been found that aspirin might be capable of reducing the adverse effects of air pollution.
Are suffering from lung cancer? Do yoga and meditation to relieve stress

Posted By Editorial Team, December 10, 2018 at 10:47am

Dr Baswantrao Malipatil, Consultant - Medical Oncology at Columbia Asia Hospital, Sarjapur Road, briefs you about the causes.
Babies who put on weight in first three years at risk of serious illness, finds study

Posted By Sudhakar Jha, September 03, 2018 at 06:34pm

In a study of more than 4000 children, weight gain in the first three years was found to affect the development of their lungs and the risk of asthma by the age of 10.
Statins can treat lung disease too, finds study

Posted By Agencies, August 08, 2018 at 08:30pm

People suffering with severe lung disease could also be effectively treated by orally taking statins that help lower cholestrol levels, say researchers.
In lung disease patients, antidepressants may up mortality risk

Posted By Agencies, June 27, 2018 at 05:07pm

The findings showed that new users of serotonergic antidepressants were at 20 per cent increased risk of death.
Case studies: Lung cancer among non-smokers is in rising and how surgical intervention can help to treat it

Posted By Debjani Arora, June 04, 2018 at 07:25pm

How surgery can help top treat lung cancer
Love handles limit the ability to take deep breath

Posted By ANI, April 03, 2018 at 12:16pm

"We found a positive independent relationship between lung function impairment and metabolic syndrome due mainly to abdominal obesity."
Regular exercise linked to better lung function among smokers

Posted By Agencies, February 06, 2018 at 10:14am

Regular physical activity is associated with better lung function among current smokers, according to a study.
Are nano particles the answer to antibiotic resistance?

Posted By Agencies, December 16, 2017 at 01:52pm

A new technology developed by the scientists to fight antibiotic resistance.
Lung cancer survival: 6 things that influence life expectancy post-diagnosis and treatment

Posted By Debjani Arora, November 16, 2017 at 01:28pm

Not just early detection, there are various other factors that influence the survival after lung cancer treatment.
World COPD Day - 5 expert tips to stop your COPD from worsening this winter

Posted By Sandhya Raghavan, November 15, 2017 at 10:25am

If you have Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), you MUST follow these doctor-recommended tips in winter.
4 best sex positions for COPD, asthma and breathlessness

Posted By Sandhya Raghavan, November 14, 2017 at 10:14pm

Don't let COPD stop you from ejoying sex.
4 best sex positions for COPD, asthma and breathlessness

Posted By Sandhya Raghavan, November 14, 2017 at 03:00pm

Don't let COPD stop you from ejoying sex.
Students of Shiv Nadar School Noida conduct Lung Capacity Test and create low-cost prototype of air-filter

Posted By Editorial Team, November 12, 2017 at 04:40pm

They have worked on developing an innovative air quality monitoring mechanism.
Hormone replacement therapy may combat decline in lung function in middle-aged women

Posted By Agencies, September 13, 2017 at 11:02am

Women who suffer from airway diseases, the decline in lung function may influence quality of life.
10 super foods to cleanse your liver and lungs

Posted By Debjani Arora, May 15, 2017 at 06:26pm

Include these foods in your diet plan from today.
How winter fog can be bad for your health

Posted By Poorva Chavan, December 01, 2016 at 10:14pm

Fog has once again engulfed many parts of North India including Delhi. Here is how it is harmful for your health.
Life saving technology comes to the rescue of infant with acute lung infection!

Posted By Agencies, May 16, 2016 at 07:02pm

Read on to find out how advancement in medical science served as a boon for a 15 month old !
Indian origin researchers develop a tool that can detect your lung function over a call from any mobile phone

Posted By Agencies, May 03, 2016 at 06:04pm

Indian-origin researchers have developed a new health sensing tool that can accurately measure lung function over a simple phone call made with any phone -- not just smartphone -- from anywhere in the world.
Yoga asanas for healthy lungs

Posted By Tania Tarafdar, June 11, 2015 at 06:18pm

Yoga will strengthen the muscles of your chest, increase your lung capacity and boost oxygen intake.